Love It or List It Vancouver Season 6 Episode 2 It's Not Easy Living Green

It's Not Easy Living Green is the second episode of the sixth season of Love It or List It Vancouver. In this episode, design expert Jillian and real estate agent Todd take on a challenge to help the Do family. They are a family of four who are struggling to maintain their small home that was built in the 1950s. The Do family is passionate about living green and has implemented several eco-friendly measures in their home. However, increasing maintenance costs and limited space have made the family question their decision to stay in their current home.

Jillian starts by exploring the house and identifying the problems that need fixing. The house has numerous functional and aesthetic issues including cramped spaces, outdated fixtures, and insufficient storage. The family's living room is too small, and their kitchen is outdated and doesn't function well for their needs. Moreover, the Do family's matching curtains and wallpaper give their home a cramped and dated look. Jillian comes up with a creative renovation plan that involves tearing out several walls to create an open floor plan, converting a bathroom into a pantry, and building a home office.

Meanwhile, Todd takes the Do family on a tour of several homes in their budget range. The first home is a spacious family home that has lots of natural light. However, the family doesn't like some of the home's features such as the outdated kitchen and the low ceiling in the basement. The second home has a modern feel with an open floor plan, but the yard is too small for the family's liking. Finally, the third home is a newer construction with many eco-friendly features but is over budget.

As Jillian renovates the Do family's home, she faces several challenges. The house's small size, narrow hallways, and tight corners make it difficult to bring in large materials like kitchen cabinets. Additionally, the family is constantly changing their minds about the design elements, which creates delays and additional work for Jillian. However, with her expertise and creativity, Jillian manages to overcome these challenges and deliver a beautiful and functional home that meets the family's needs.

In the end, the Do family must decide whether to love their newly renovated home or listen to Todd's advice and list it for a move. The decision is not an easy one, as both the renovated house and the potential new homes have their pros and cons. The family must weigh their desire for a more spacious home and a larger yard against their passion for green living and the cost of buying a new home.

Overall, It's Not Easy Living Green explores the challenges that homeowners face when trying to maintain a green home while living within their financial means. It showcases the creative design solutions that Jillian offers, as well as the expertise of Todd in finding suitable listings for his clients. This episode is a must-see for anyone looking to renovate or move into a new home.